New office for consulting giant Arcadis in Zuidas: ‘When we look out the window, we see all the projects we are involved in’

Working as a reservist during office hours: it's possible at more and more companies

The Dutch Ministry of Defence has signed covenants with 57 organizations, up from 12 two years ago, to encourage employees to serve as military reservists during working hours. These companies are committed to contributing to national security by supporting staff participation in reservist duties.

Brewers sell less alcoholic beer, while non-alcoholic beer grows rapidly

Dutch consumers are purchasing less beer containing alcohol as the trend toward non-alcoholic alternatives grows. The shift indicates that drinking alcohol-free beer is becoming increasingly common across the Netherlands.

Tech hubs Amsterdam and Eindhoven must collaborate to remain digitally sovereign from the US and China

Apple market value breaks 5 trillion dollar mark

Apple's market capitalization has surpassed $5 trillion for the first time, joining chipmaker NVIDIA as the only companies to reach this valuation. Apple recently overtook NVIDIA to become the world's most valuable company.

Designer Joost on the eternal fame of a banknote: It was truly a puzzle

Amsterdam-based designer Joost Grootens has been shortlisted to design the new euro banknote. He stated that while the project offers little financial gain, he is motivated by the prestige associated with the opportunity.